Morningside
Morningside kicks off with a brilliant Steadicam shot introducing an ensemble of characters. The camerawork and direction has flare without gloating, and the actors – nearly all fresh faces – have genuine chemistry with each other. This sets a high watermark for Ron Dias’ Scarborough-set drama about a community centre facing an inevitable closure; while its residents prepare for holiday festivities and vent about the city’s gentrification. Unfortunately, Dias’ Morningside peaks early and this terrific…